Review of Banshee

Banshee (2013–2016)
10/10
Screaming
13 January 2013
Warning: Spoilers
Start at least.

Spectacular action and some brutal violence. It's skinemax so expect to be hit with an over-sized rack about two minutes in. Mostly downhill from there.

The story is intriguing enough. Released convict, old debts, old flame etc. A bit of mystery about who did what, when and why. Pretty tame stuff that shouldn't tax your deductive skills or your attention.

Cast is distinctly underwhelming. Antony looks and moves the part. Unfortunately does not sound or feel the part.

Of all the women they could have picked as sexy burglar they went with Ivana. Looks suitably exotic but little else. Not exactly a stirring sight naked either.

Hoon Lee as Job was easily the most eye catching. Played the gender bender bit really well. Unlike rest of the cast, managed to be tough and ruthless even with the hair and outfits.

The villain does the usual iron fist, velvet glove bit. The sexy deputy and others are passable.

Looks ambitious and probably will get better but is cruiserweight like bartender. Has production values to pack a punch but simply does not have the cast or characters to be a heavyweight.

No need to make excuses for Cinemax even though it's just their third series. They did enough to grab and keep attention. More than can be said for many network shows.

Will be watching.

Wish them well.

Thank you.

3 episodes in this one is a dud. Bad acting and senseless story. Even hottest amish girl EVER cannot save this.
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